🎙️ EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this solo episode, I unpack 9 key hormones and brain chemicals that can significantly influence women during perimenopause and menopause, including oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, insulin, serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and melatonin.I explain how hormonal shifts may impact mood, energy, sleep, cravings, stress, motivation, confidence, weight changes, and overall wellbeing during midlife.We also discuss why perimenopause is a natural life transition, much like puberty, and the practical lifestyle strategies that may help women feel more supported, informed, and in control again.This episode is educational, empowering, and designed to help women better understand what may be happening inside their bodies during this stage of life. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:The role oestrogen plays in metabolism, mood, and body compositionWhy progesterone changes can increase anxiety and poor sleepHow testosterone impacts motivation, confidence, and muscle massThe connection between cortisol, stress, and belly fatHow insulin resistance may contribute to cravings and fatigueWhy serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin influence mood and emotional wellbeingHow melatonin disruptions impact sleep during midlifeWhy hormones work together rather than in isolationPractical ways to support your hormones naturally through lifestyle habitsThe importance of nutrition, movement, hydration, sleep, and stress management during perimenopause and menopause CONNECT WITH HOST TERRI BATSAKIS:Web: https://terribatsakis.com.au/ Instagram: @terri.batsakis Facebook: @terribatsakis YouTube: @terribatsakis